Look Up Elevator Inspections

Make sure the elevator or other conveyance in your building is safe. Use this handy search tool to look up the inspection history for an elevator, escalator and other conveyances in Washington State -- except for Spokane and Seattle.

About the Elevator Program

Information about what the elevator section does and why they do it.

Licensing Elevator Professionals

Starting July 1, 2004, mechanics and contractors who perform work on conveyances need to be licensed. These conveyances include, but are not limited to, elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, wheelchair lifts, material lifts and stairway lifts.

Calendar & News

A list of elevator program-related meetings for the calendar year and a list of the Elevator Section's "Rising Times Newsletter."

Elevator Company & Contractor Information

Information regarding inspections on new installations, most frequently cited items on new inspections, temporary operation permits and alteration permits.

Building Owner Information

Building owner's responsibilities regarding the testing and inspections of their conveyances.

Permits & Fees

Permit requirements for operating, installing and alterating conveyances and the fees for these permits and other services.

Elevator Forms & Publications

Find the forms for extension requests, variance requests and other items here.

Look Up: Contractors or Tradespeople

Make sure a contractor is registered, with a bond and insurance, and an electrician, plumber or elevator mechanic is certified (licensed) in Washington.